Steelcase Series 1 vs Ergohuman GEN2 High All Mesh

Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

Ergohuman

Ergohuman GEN2 High All Mesh

$1,550

$1,001

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 1 than Ergohuman GEN2 High All Mesh at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1Ergohuman GEN2 High All Mesh

Price: $549 – $750$1,550
Seat height: 16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 14.75–17.75 in (37.5-45.1 cm); 17.25–22 in (43.8-55.9 cm)17.83'' (at lowest point) 21.38'' (at highest point)
Seat depth: 15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)19.69 in (50 cm)
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)275 lb. weight limit
Arms: 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless4D (pivoting, depth, width and height) large soft padded arms
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)6-way dynamic lumbar panel with lumbar tension control
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and laborLimited Lifetime Warranty (all components for the life of the product; upholstery and foam five years)

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 1 or the Ergohuman GEN2 High All Mesh?

The Steelcase Series 1 is cheaper to start: $549 versus $1,550 for the Ergohuman GEN2 High All Mesh at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Adjustability for the Steelcase Series 1, and back support for the Ergohuman GEN2 High All Mesh, based on review summaries.